Purchasing Manager
Core
Lead indirect procurement strategy and negotiations for engineering categories including semiconductor IP, EDA software, and outsourced services.
Role type
Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement (Engineering Categories)
Builds
Multi-year commercial frameworks and cost models for high-value engineering spend
Domain
Semiconductor / High-Technology
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, complex technology negotiation, licensing constructs (royalties, capacity, buy-outs), supplier performance management, stakeholder management, quantitative analysis, team leadership, SAP S/4HANA, Ariba Sourcing, Excel
Preferred skills
CPSM/CPM/PMP/Lean Six Sigma certification, experience in semiconductor or high-tech sector, AI literacy
Technologies
SAP S/4HANA, Ariba Sourcing, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop multi-year category strategies, lead major negotiations, build cost models, own third-party IP contracting, redesign outsourced services models, run supplier performance management, ensure governance compliance, partner with cross-functional teams, prepare executive materials, manage and develop the team
Seniority
Manager, team lead
